Airports Authority of India, a Government of India public sector enterprise that manages civil aviation infrastructure in the country, has announced recruitment for the post of Co-Pilot (P2) on Beechcraft B350/B360 aircraft, with a single vacancy on offer. The position is with the Flight Inspection Unit at Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi, where the aircraft are used for flight calibration of navigation facilities, and the engagement is on a contract basis.
AAI Recruitment 2026 - Co-Pilot (P2) Beechcraft B350/B360 Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026
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20 Oct
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About AAI Co-Pilot (P2) Beechcraft B350/B360 Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Airports Authority of India
- Post Name
- Co-Pilot (P2)-Beechcraft B350/B360
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 60 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 500 flying hours on multi engine aircraft and minimum 1000 total flying hours
- Credentials Required
- Current valid CPL issued by DGCA India, current FRTOL issued by DGCA India, current IR Endorsement, current RTR (A)/(P)/(C) issued by WPC Ministry of Communication, current Class-1 medical fitness certificate issued by DGCA India, valid ELP, Indian current passport
- Tenure
- 3 (three) years, extendable for another 2 (two) years on a year on year basis subject to satisfactory performance and mutual consent
- Notice Period
- Six months' notice by either side for termination of contract
Vacancy Breakdown
Co-Pilot (P2)-Beechcraft B350/B360
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Co-Pilot (P2)-Beechcraft B350/B360 | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Co-Pilot (P2)-Beechcraft B350/B360 - Qualification and Experience
Academic Qualification: 10+2 (with physics & mathematics) from a recognized board/university. Technical Qualification / License Requirements: Current valid CPL issued by DGCA, India with a minimum of 500 flying hours on multi engine. Current FRTOL issued by DGCA, India. Current IR Endorsement. Current RTR (A) or RTR (P) or RTR (C) issued by WPC, Ministry of Communication, India. Current class-1 medical fitness certificate issued by DGCA, India. Valid ELP. Candidates should be in possession of Indian current passport, if not available proof of submission of application to be attached. Minimum of 1000 total flying hours required.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Co-Pilot (P2)-Beechcraft B350/B360 - Qualification and Experience | Academic Qualification: 10+2 (with physics & mathematics) from a recognized board/university. Technical Qualification / License Requirements: Current valid CPL issued by DGCA, India with a minimum of 500 flying hours on multi engine. Current FRTOL issued by DGCA, India. Current IR Endorsement. Current RTR (A) or RTR (P) or RTR (C) issued by WPC, Ministry of Communication, India. Current class-1 medical fitness certificate issued by DGCA, India. Valid ELP. Candidates should be in possession of Indian current passport, if not available proof of submission of application to be attached. Minimum of 1000 total flying hours required. |
Age Limit
Maximum age up to 60 years, extendable up to 65 years for re-engagement; age calculated as on 29.09.2026
Age Relaxation
Re-engaged as co-pilot up to the maximum age of 65 years subject to currency of license and fulfillment of other requirements as per DGCA rules and regulations
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
Applications are scrutinised and shortlisted eligible candidates are intimated and called for a personal interview through the email given in their application.
- 2Personal Interview
Shortlisted candidates appear for a personal interview at the stipulated venue, date and time intimated by the office through email; no TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview.
Salary Structure
Negotiable monthly package as per industry standard from Rs. 2.50 lakhs, which includes assured flying allowance of 50 hrs; GST component borne by AAI; beyond 50 hrs of flying in a month, overtime flying allowance as per prevailing guidelines
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format (Annexure-I) from the AAI website and fill in the required details.
- 2Paste a recent passport size photograph in the space marked in the application format.
- 3Attach one set of self-certified supporting testimonials for date of birth, qualification, experience and eligibility criteria.
- 4Attach one set of photocopies of licenses and endorsements, updated flying logbook, class-1 medical fitness certificate, CPL/ATPL, FRTOL, IR endorsement, RTR, ELP and valid passport.
- 5Email the duly filled application with coloured scanned copies of all supporting documents to [email protected] and [email protected].
- 6Send the email on or before 20.10.2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Recent passport size photograph
•One set of supporting testimonials for date of birth
•Qualification
•Experience and eligibility criteria
•One set of photocopies of licenses/endorsements and updated flying logbook
•Current Class-I Medical Fitness Certificate issued by DGCA
•India
•Current valid ATPL/CPL issued by DGCA
•India
•Current FRTOL issued by DGCA
•India
•IR Endorsement
•Current RTR (A) or RTR (P) or RTR (C) issued by WPC
•Ministry of Communication
•India
•Valid ELP
•Valid passport or proof of submission of application
•No Objection Certificate from employer for candidates employed in Government/Semi Government/Public Sector Undertakings at the time of interview
Important Details
- Candidates employed in Government, Semi Government or Public Sector Undertakings must bring a No Objection Certificate issued by their employer at the time of interview.
- No TA/DA is paid by AAI for appearing in the personal interview.
- Incomplete and ambiguous applications are liable to be rejected and applications received after the last date will not be entertained.
- The selected co-pilot executes an agreement with AAI on the terms and conditions stipulated in the advertisement and those finalised during the interview.
Training Bond and Recovery
For initial currency training on type, the training expenditure is arranged by AAI against a bond to serve 3 years, recovered on a reducing basis at Rs. 1 lakh per month. Non-rated co-pilots on type, if selected, undergo training as per DGCA CAR at DGCA approved training institutes, with expenses and checks arranged by AAI against suitable bank security and a bond to serve a committed period of three years; training and associated TA/DA expenses are recovered at Rs. 1.5 lakhs per month after attaining initial currency. For IR/PPC simulator training the co-pilot executes a bond to serve AAI for a minimum of 01 year from the date of completion of simulator training. Bank security and bond amount equal the total expenses towards training, TA/DA and applicable taxes.
Stipend During Training
During the training period a stipend of Rs. 50,000 per month is paid to co-pilots; remuneration is paid from the start of SLF (Supervisor Line Flying).
Annual Increment
An annual increment of 5% may be allowed on the negotiable monthly package.
Insurance Cover
Aviation Personal Accident (PA) / Loss of License (LOL) insurance premium is borne by AAI as per AAI guidelines. At present the insurance cover is Rs. 50 lakhs each.
Accommodation and Transportation
The co-pilot makes his or her own accommodation arrangement at base station, Delhi. On flight calibration duties, hotel accommodation and transportation at out stations are arranged as per entitlement of Joint General Manager, AAI.
Leaves, Gratuity, PF and Medical Facility
The co-pilot is eligible for 12 days casual leave and 18 days sick leave in a calendar year. Un-availed leaves cannot be carried forward to the next calendar year or encashed, and leave beyond entitlement attracts pro rata deduction from monthly charges. Gratuity and CPF are not payable and AAI provides no medical facility to the co-pilot or dependents. Sustenance allowance of 50% of monthly hiring charges is paid on pro rata basis during the suspension period and is returned if the outcome against the co-pilot is adverse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a non-rated co-pilot apply for this post?
Yes. Non-rated co-pilots on type, if selected, undergo training as per DGCA CAR at DGCA approved training institutes, with the expenses arranged by AAI against bank security and a bond to serve three years.
Are both multi-engine and total flying hours counted?
Both are required. Candidates need a minimum of 500 flying hours on multi engine aircraft and a minimum of 1000 total flying hours.
What happens if the license currency or medical lapses?
The co-pilot must make himself or herself available for license, IR/PPC and medical renewal coordinated by the operations department of FIU. Failing the test makes the candidate ineligible to draw the contracted amount on a pro rata basis until the license currency requirement is fulfilled.
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